Mat Su Valley AK Real Estate

Mat-Su Valley AK Real Estate Market Comparison Data

The Real Estate Market Comparison data between 2010 and 2011 for Mat-Su Valley AK is in.  Mat-Su Valley fared well for 2011 overall and the real estate market in Alaska did not suffer as much as the lower 48 during that time. According to Alaska Multiple Listing Service statistics 1,146 homes sold in the Palmer-Wasilla … Continue reading Mat-Su Valley AK Real Estate Market Comparison Data

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First “Alaskan Home Buying Seminar” of 2012 scheduled for February 1st

Learn about the upcoming new Spring inventory for Alaska real estate at the first Seminar of Spring 2012 on February 1st.  This special “Alaskan Home Buying Seminar” will be facilitated by Jesse Tanner of The Kristan Cole Team who is a Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE), Lead Buyer Specialist, an avid investor and live long … Continue reading First “Alaskan Home Buying Seminar” of 2012 scheduled for February 1st

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Palmer AK’s new million-gallon Water Tank scheduled to be built next year

The city of Palmer AK has plans to add a 1 million-gallon water tank next to Mat-Su College starting next spring, according to a recent article from frontiersman.com.  Tom Cohenour, Palmer Public Works Director, reported that they expected to see bids in January or February for the construction of the water tank.  The city of … Continue reading Palmer AK’s new million-gallon Water Tank scheduled to be built next year

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Mat-Su AK Residential Market Update: 3rd Quarter

Mat-Su Valley AK’s Residential Market update reveals a positive overall direction for the 3rd Quarter.  Compared to last year’s data for the same time frame, the number of home sales has increased from 822 to 860, representing a 4 percent rise.  Average days on market for 2011 is 91, which is an 8 percent increase … Continue reading Mat-Su AK Residential Market Update: 3rd Quarter

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ConocoPhillips reports that Split is not expected to affect their Alaskan assets

The nation’s third-largest oil company, ConocoPhillips, recently announced that it will be split into two separate publicly traded companies.  The company’s current CEO and chairman, Jim Mulva, who is leading the separation efforts plans to retire once this split has been completed.  As reported by Ktuu.com, premarket trading has already seen a 5 percent increase.  … Continue reading ConocoPhillips reports that Split is not expected to affect their Alaskan assets

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Tips on Improving the Curb Appeal of your Mat-Su Valley AK home

If you are looking to sell your home in Mat-Su Valley Alaska, consider a few tips on improving your curb appeal.  Enticing potential homebuyers can be as simple as taking the time to work on the exterior of your home in a way that will be pleasing to the passerby.  Here are a few things … Continue reading Tips on Improving the Curb Appeal of your Mat-Su Valley AK home

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Beautiful Big Lake AK Waterfront Home on Birch Lake

This impressive lakefront property is located in a quiet neighborhood just two miles from Big Lake AK.  This home has been newly remodeled and has a freshly painted interior.  Other highlights include big bay windows with grand views of private Birch Lake, 2 family rooms and an open design kitchen, sturdy home construction with a … Continue reading Beautiful Big Lake AK Waterfront Home on Birch Lake

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Find out what makes the Mat-Su Valley AK a great place to live

The Mat-Su Valley is an abbreviated name for the Matanuska and Susitna rivers which includes over 23,000 square miles between Anchorage and Denali State Park in the south central region of Alaska.  Here you’ll find interesting cities and towns combined with the natural beauty of Alaska’s glaciers, mountains, lakes and rivers, and indigenous wildlife.  Nowhere … Continue reading Find out what makes the Mat-Su Valley AK a great place to live

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Mat-Su AK’s Tax Levy Reduced

The Borough Assembly recently reached a decision on the property tax rate, in an announcement reported by the Frontiersman online.  After two weeks of deliberating in late-night meetings, the Borough Assembly set the property tax rate at 8.9 mills; this is a notable decrease as the budget process began with the mill levy at 9.9.  … Continue reading Mat-Su AK’s Tax Levy Reduced

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AK’s State Budget Earmarks $165 million to Mat-Su Valley

It’s an exciting time to move to Alaska’s Mat-Su Valley!   With dozens of expected improvements and projects in the coming years, Alaska is a wonderful place to live and work. Alaska’s state budget, as passed by the House of Representatives last Saturday will be nearly $3.8 billion, with $165 million marked for Valley improvements, projects, … Continue reading AK’s State Budget Earmarks $165 million to Mat-Su Valley

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